Customs Depot Licence - Australian Government

Service summary

You will require this licence if you intend to hold imported goods subject to Customs control and / or unpack these goods from receptacles, such as containers. This licence is also required for the holding and / or packing into receptacles of goods that are intended for export and are subject to Customs control. Please note that goods can only be held for a limited time.

Please consult the Contact Officer for more information.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Eligibility requirements

You must satisfy the requirements of current legislation including:

The personal character of the applicants and employees;

The location, security and accessibility of the proposed site of the depot; and

Supporting information

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